Boilers

Hot water heating systems require some maintenance, including draining the boiler and venting the radiators to ensure things are running efficiently.

Lubricate the circulating pump motor on your boiler. Use a lightweight oil, as per your boiler owner’s manual and pour it in the oil cup.

In the fall and throughout the season of use, you need to vent or purge radiators if they do not already have an automatic purge system.

After purging make sure pressure levels are ok. You can find out what pressure level is recommended by the boiler manufacturer in the operating manual. You then let out the air in each convector, if needed, until the pressure is at the recommended operating level.

Continuous Fan Operation

Definite advantages can be obtained by providing continuous fan operation, particularly with the use of Fresh-Air Ventilation Systems, Energy Efficient Air Cleaners and Power Humidifiers. Today's new and efficient motors can save you hundreds of dollars while providing better indoor air quality. Keeping your furnace fan running in the summer months can enhance home comfort, by circulating the air in your home. You'll feel cooler and more comfortable.

Electronic Air Cleaners

Fresh Air Ventilation Systems

Check intake and exhaust filters monthly. If required, vacuum the filters, or rinse under a water tap. Mild detergents may be used but DO NOT use solvent cleaners.

Check the core every six months for dirt accumulation. If required, slide the core carefully out of the case. Clean the core with water and mild detergents ONLY! DO NOT use solvents or other cleaning agents; the water temperature must not exceed 65ºC (150ºF). DO NOT use a high-pressure hose, and be sure to replace the core CAREFULLY. It must be properly aligned with the service instructions facing outward and the arrow UP.

The Drain Pans should be wiped clean with water and mild detergents. AVOID solvent-based cleaners!

Set Dehumidification Control to Summer Setting or Winter Setting dependent on applicable season.

Gas Furnaces

Permanent or disposable air filters should be cleaned/changed every two months during the heating and cooling seasons.Please note: For new homes, it is advisable to wash permanent filters once per month for the first year.

Check unit operation annually. Do not wait until you need heating! Annual maintenance is required to maintain the warranty.

Hot Water Tanks

Maintenance Establish a maintenance program to extend the life of your water heater. Most water heater failures are due to lime/sediment buildup, excessive pressure or corrosion.

To Reduce Lime/Sediment Buildup (Every 6 Months):

Drain the tank through the drain valve until the water is clear.

Inspect the tank for lime or sediment deposit either through the nipples or through the clean-out hole.

Remove lime, scale or sediment using care not to damage the glass lining of the tank.

To Assure Relief Valve Operation (Every 12 Months): Manually open the relief valve to flush any lime deposits that may have developed. Caution! Water can be extremely hot. Make certain the seat closes properly. Let it snap shut.

Media Air Cleaners

Replace or clean filters every two months. Some systems require the filter to be replaced more often, depending on environmental conditions. Filters may need to be changed more frequently in newly constructed homes, homes under renovation, or homes where several pets live. Call us for filter media.

Tankless Water Heaters

Tankless water heaters should be installed with a water softening system. Yearly maintenance to remove scale is recommended. The water heater filter cleaning procedure should be performed by a qualified service technician in order to maintain your warranty. Please call Arpi's to perform this service.

This type of thermostat normally maintains the temperature within half of 1ºC, unlike conventional thermostats, which may vary up to 3ºC. The furnace or air conditioner may cycle more rapidly especially under low load conditions. This is a normal operating condition.

Programmable Thermostats can conserve energy and save you money.

Do not set back your temperature more than 3°C. A temperature difference of more than 3ºC will not provide any savings.